Bill > H0661

This bill creates an exemption from public record requirements for sensitive personal information of current and former private investigators licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, it protects their home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, photographs, and for children, the names and locations of their schools and day care facilities. The bill explains that this exemption is a public necessity because private investigators often deal with sensitive cases that could lead to retaliation, and making their personal information public could endanger them and their families. This exemption is subject to a future legislative review and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2031, unless the Legislature decides to extend it. The bill also includes a statement of public necessity justifying the exemption and sets an effective date of July 1, 2026.

Business and Industry, Government Affairs

Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/661